Best Medicare Advantage Plans in California (2027)

Clever Care Health Plan, SCAN Health Plan and Imperial Health Plan of California have the best Medicare Advantage plans in California for the 2027 plan year.

Explore California Medicare Advantage companies to find the best option for you.

Written by Patrick Bryant

Updated: October 27, 2026

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Best Medicare Advantage Companies in California

Clever Care Health Plan is the best Medicare Advantage company in California for 2027, with a 4.5-star median CMS rating and the lowest median maximum annual cost exposure at $1,249. SCAN Health Plan ranks second, offering 44 plans across 20 counties with a 4.0-star median CMS rating and $2,000 in median cost exposure.

Imperial Health Plan ranks third and serves the most counties among the top insurers at 51, with a median cost exposure of $1,647. Kaiser Permanente has the most plans after SCAN at 31, ties Clever Care for the highest median CMS rating at 4.5 stars and serves 31 counties, though its $5,076 median cost exposure is the highest among the companies reviewed.


Clever Care Health Plan	4.5	$1,249	4.5	5	2
SCAN Health Plan	4.4	$2,000	4.0	20	44
Imperial Health Plan of California, Inc.	4.3	$1,647	4.0	51	2
Astiva Health	4.3	$2,500	4.0	6	3
Alignment Health Plan	4.2	$3,150	3.5	25	34
Blue Shield of California	4.2	$2,540	4.0	16	19
Humana	4.1	$3,710	4.0	26	27
Kaiser Permanente	4.1	$5,076	4.5	31	31
Aetna Medicare	4.0	$2,000	3.0	13	21

California Medicare Advantage Market Overview

California has 257 non-SNP Medicare Advantage plans from 19 carriers across 28 CMS contracts for 2027. Despite the large statewide selection, the median county has just five plans available. About 73% of plans have $0 monthly premiums beyond Medicare Part B, though out-of-pocket costs vary widely.

The median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit is $2,900, with limits ranging from $199 to $9,850. Plan quality also varies, with an average CMS rating of 3.69 out of 5 stars and only 36% of rated contracts earning 4 stars or higher. These differences make it important to compare costs, provider networks and quality ratings among plans available in your county.


Non-SNP Medicare Advantage plans	257	There are many plans statewide, but availability varies greatly by county.
Carriers	19	Insurers differ in provider networks, costs and supplemental benefits.
CMS contracts	28	Plans under the same insurer may have different CMS quality ratings.
Median plans per county	5	Despite the large statewide market, many counties have relatively few options.
Plans with a $0 premium	73%	Most plans have no additional premium beyond Medicare Part B, but medical cost sharing still applies.
Median max out-of-pocket (MOOP)	$2,900	Half of plans have in-network spending limits at or below this amount.
MOOP range	$199–$9,850	Annual spending limits differ by up to $9,651, so MOOP limit is an important comparison factor.
Average CMS star rating	3.69 out of 5	Average plan quality falls below the 4-star benchmark.
Contracts rated 4+ stars	36%	Just over one-third of rated contracts meet the 4-star quality benchmark.

Clever Care Health Plan

MoneyGeek Rating

4.5/ 5

4.8/5Affordability

4.4/5Quality & Member Experience

3.9/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$1,249
Median CMS Star Rating
4.5
Counties Served
5
Plans Available
2

pros
- 4.5-star CMS rating
- Lowest median MOOP limit at $1,249
- All plans include dental and vision and hearing benefits
cons
- Only two HMO plans available
- Serves five California counties
Clever Care Health Plan is the best Medicare Advantage company in California for 2027, combining low medical costs with strong quality ratings. Its $1,249 median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit is $1,651 below California's $2,900 state median. Clever Care also has a 4.5-star CMS rating, well above the statewide average of 3.69 stars.

The insurer offers two HMO plans across five counties in Southern California. Both have $0 monthly premiums and include dental, vision and hearing benefits.

Limited plan choice and geographic availability are the primary disadvantages. Its CAHPS member satisfaction rating of 84 also trails California's average of 86.
- Plans offered: 2 HMOs
- Availability: 5 California counties, or 9.1% of the state
- Counties: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego
- $0 premium plans: 100% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: All plans include dental, vision and hearing benefits
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $1,249, with plans ranging from $499 to $1,999

SCAN Health Plan

MoneyGeek Rating

4.4/ 5

4.7/5Affordability

4.2/5Quality & Member Experience

4/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$2,000
Median CMS Star Rating
4.0
Counties Served
20
Plans Available
44

pros
- Highest CAHPS member satisfaction rating at 90 out of 100
- $0 PCP and specialist copays
- Low $2,000 median MOOP
- $200 OTC benefit
cons
- HMO plans only
- Dental coverage on just over half of plans
- Vision benefits less common than statewide rate
SCAN Health Plan has 44 HMO Medicare Advantage plans across 20 California counties for 2027, the largest selection among the state's top-ranked carriers. Its median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit of $2,000 for its HMO plans is also $625 below California's HMO median of $2,625, while its $0 median specialist copay matches the statewide HMO median.

SCAN's 4.0-star CMS rating exceeds California's 3.69-star average, while its average CAHPS member satisfaction rating of 90 is the highest in the state. About 73% of SCAN plans have $0 monthly premiums, consistent with the statewide rate of 72.8%.

Supplemental benefit availability varies across SCAN's plans. Only 55% include dental benefits, while 70% include vision and 73% include hearing coverage. Compare individual plans to confirm which benefits are included in your area.
- Plans offered: 44 HMOs
- Availability: 20 California counties, or 36.4% of the state
- Counties: Alameda, Fresno, Kings, Los Angeles, Madera, Orange, Placer, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Tulare, Ventura and Yolo
- $0 premium plans: 73% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: 55% of plans include dental; 70% of plans include vision; 73% of plans include hearing
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $2,000, with plans ranging from $299 to $6,700

Imperial Health Plan

MoneyGeek Rating

4.3/ 5

4.7/5Affordability

4/5Quality & Member Experience

4.2/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$1,647
Median CMS Star Rating
4.0
Counties Served
51
Plans Available
2

pros
- Nearly statewide availability
- $0 premium on all plans
- $1,647 median MOOP limit
- $0 PCP copay and low inpatient copay of $75 per day
cons
- Only two HMO plans
- Supplemental benefits vary between plans
- CAHPS member satisfaction rating of 82 below the state average
Imperial Health Plan of California has only two HMO Medicare Advantage but covers nearly the entire state of California at 51 of 55 counties for 2027, the broadest geographic availability among the state's top-ranked carriers. Both of its plans have $0 monthly premiums.

Imperial's median MOOP limit for its HMO plans of $1,647 is $978 below California's HMO median of $2,625. Its median daily inpatient copay of $75 is also lower than the statewide HMO median of $198, while primary care visits have a $0 median copay. Imperial's 4-star CMS rating exceeds California's 3.69-star average.

Plan choice and supplemental benefits are more limited than other carriers in the state. Imperial has just two plans, and only one includes dental, vision and hearing benefits. Its average CAHPS health plan rating of 82 also falls below the statewide average of 86.
- Plans offered: 2 HMOs
- Availability: 51 California counties, or 92.7% of the state
- Counties: Alameda, Amador, Butte, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Fresno, Glenn, Humboldt, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Mendocino, Merced, Modoc, Mono, Monterey, Napa, Nevada, Orange, Placer, Plumas, Riverside, Sacramento, San Benito, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Siskiyou, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tehama, Tulare, Tuolumne, Ventura, Yolo and Yuba
- $0 premium plans: 100% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: 50% of plans include dental; 50% of plans include vision; 50% of plans include hearing
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $1,647, with plans ranging from $295 to $2,999

Astiva Health

MoneyGeek Rating

4.3/ 5

4.6/5Affordability

4.2/5Quality & Member Experience

3.7/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$2,500
Median CMS Star Rating
4.0
Counties Served
6
Plans Available
3

pros
- $0 premiums on all plans
- 4-star CMS rating
- Dental, vision and hearing included on all plans
cons
- Limited to six counties
- HMO plans only
- Moderate MOOP limit with a $2,500 median
Astiva Health Medicare Advantage plans have low specialist copays and comprehensive supplemental coverage. Its three HMO plans have $0 monthly premiums and all include dental, vision and hearing benefits.

The carrier's $2,500 median MOOP for its HMO plans is $125 below California's HMO median of $2,625. Median primary care and specialist copays are both $0, matching statewide HMO benchmarks. Astiva also has a 4.0-star median CMS rating, above the 3.69-star state average, and an 88 out of 100 CAHPS member satisfaction rating.

Its limited geographic reach is the main disadvantage. Astiva serves six counties, and its three-plan selection gives fewer choices than its larger competitors.
- Plans offered: 3 HMOs
- Availability: 6 California counties, or 10.9% of the state
- Counties: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego and Santa Clara
- $0 premium plans: 100% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: All plans include dental, vision and hearing benefits
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $2,500, with plans ranging from $2,000 to $3,450

Alignment Health Plan

MoneyGeek Rating

4.2/ 5

4.5/5Affordability

3.9/5Quality & Member Experience

4.1/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$3,150
Median CMS Star Rating
3.5
Counties Served
25
Plans Available
34

pros
- Most plan options per county at a median of 4 per county
- HMO, HMO-POS and PPO plans
- 88 out of 100 CAHPS rating
- $0 PCP and specialist copays
cons
- Dental included in only 35% of plans
- Hearing available with 47% of plans
- PPO coverage limited to nine counties
Alignment Health Plan has 34 Medicare Advantage plans across 25 California counties for 2027, including 27 HMOs, one HMO-POS and six PPOs. You can select from multiple network options, with about 79% of plans carrying $0 monthly premiums, compared with 73% for all carriers statewide.

Alignment's median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit of $2,499 for HMOs is $126 below California's HMO median of $2,625. Its PPO median MOOP limit of $4,326 is $1,824 below the statewide PPO median of $6,150. Alignment has a median 3.5-star CMS rating and a CAHPS member satisfaction rating of 88 out of 100.

Supplemental benefits are less widely available, with dental coverage included in only 35% of Alignment's plans and hearing benefits in 47%, both below statewide availability rates.
- Plans offered: 34 plans, including 27 HMOs and 1 HMO-POS plan and 6 PPOs
- Availability: 25 California counties, or 45.5% of the state
- Counties: Alameda, Fresno, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Merced, Orange, Placer, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Tulare, Ventura and Yolo
- $0 premium plans: 79% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: All plans include vision benefits; 35% of plans include dental; 47% of plans include hearing
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $2,874, with plans ranging from $498 to $9,850

Blue Shield of California

MoneyGeek Rating

4.2/ 5

4.5/5Affordability

4.2/5Quality & Member Experience

3.8/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$2,540
Median CMS Star Rating
4.0
Counties Served
16
Plans Available
19

pros
- 4-star CMS rating
- Vision benefits included on all plans
- $50 median daily inpatient copay
- $0 PCP copay
cons
- No dental benefits
- HMO plans only
Blue Shield of California has some of the lowest hospital costs among California's HMO Medicare Advantage insurers for 2027. Its $50 median daily inpatient copay is $148 below the statewide HMO median of $198, while its $2,300 median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit is $325 below the HMO median of $2,625.

The carrier has 19 HMO plans across 16 counties, with 74% carrying $0 monthly premiums. Its 4-star median CMS rating and CAHPS rating of 87 out of 100 both slightly exceed California's statewide averages of 3.69 stars and 86 out of 100.

The carrier's main limitation is supplemental coverage. None of Blue Shield's plans include dental benefits, and only 63% include hearing coverage. Vision benefits are included in every plan, with a $380 median eyewear allowance.
- Plans offered: 19 HMOs
- Availability: 16 California counties, or 29.1% of the state
- Counties: Alameda, Kern, Los Angeles, Merced, Orange, Placer, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara and Stanislaus
- $0 premium plans: 74% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: All plans include vision benefits; 63% of plans include hearing; none include dental
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $2,300, with plans ranging from $199 to $5,100

Humana

MoneyGeek Rating

4.1/ 5

4/5Affordability

4.1/5Quality & Member Experience

4.1/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$3,710
Median CMS Star Rating
4.0
Counties Served
26
Plans Available
27

pros
- HMO and PPO plan options
- 4-star CMS rating
- All plans include vision and hearing benefits, most include dental
- $0 specialist copay
cons
- HMO median MOOP above state HMO median
- PPO median MOOP above the PPO benchmark
- Hearing benefits use copays rather than fixed allowances
Humana has 27 Medicare Advantage plans across 26 California counties for 2027, including 18 HMOs and nine PPOs. All plans include vision and hearing benefits, while 89% include dental coverage. Its $2,000 median dental benefit maximum is twice SCAN's $1,000 and four times Aetna Medicare's $500.

Most of Humana's plans have $0 monthly premiums. The carrier also has a 4-star CMS rating, compared with the state average of 3.69 stars.

Higher out-of-pocket limits are the main trade-off. Humana's median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit is $3,100 for HMOs, $475 above California's HMO median of $2,625. Its PPO median MOOP limit of $6,500 also exceeds the statewide PPO median of $6,150 by $350.
- Plans offered: 27 plans, including 18 HMOs and 9 PPOs
- Availability: 26 California counties, or 47.3% of the state
- Counties: Alpine, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Fresno, Kern, Kings, Lassen, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Mono, Napa, Orange, Plumas, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Sierra, Stanislaus, Tulare and Ventura
- $0 premium plans: 81% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: All plans include vision and hearing benefits; 89% of plans include dental
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $3,650, with plans ranging from $799 to $7,150

Kaiser Permanente

MoneyGeek Rating

4.1/ 5

3.8/5Affordability

4.5/5Quality & Member Experience

3.9/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$5,076
Median CMS Star Rating
4.5
Counties Served
31
Plans Available
31

pros
- Tied for highest CMS star rating (4.5 stars)
- Second-highest CAHPS rating in the state at 89 out of 100
- $0 PCP copay
cons
- Highest cost exposure with median of $5,076 (annual premium + MOOP)
- No dental benefits
- Vision and hearing on only 5 of 31 plans
Kaiser Permanente has a 4.5-star median CMS rating for 2027, tied with Clever Care for the highest among California's top-ranked Medicare Advantage carriers. Its CAHPS health plan rating of 89 also exceeds the statewide average of 86, which shows higher reported member satisfaction.

Kaiser has 31 HMO plans across 31 counties, among the broadest geographic selections in the state. Its median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit of $3,900, however, is $1,275 above the statewide HMO median of $2,625. Its $360 median daily inpatient copay is also much higher than California's HMO median of $198.

Only 29% of Kaiser's plans have $0 monthly premiums, compared with 73% across all carrier plans statewide. Supplemental benefits are also limited. None of its plans include dental coverage, and only 16% include vision or hearing benefits.
- Plans offered: 31 HMOs
- Availability: 31 California counties, or 56.4% of the state
- Counties: Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, El Dorado, Fresno, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Napa, Orange, Placer, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tulare, Ventura, Yolo and Yuba
- $0 premium plans: 29% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: 16% of plans include vision; 16% of plans include hearing; none include dental
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $3,900, with plans ranging from $999 to $6,000

Aetna Medicare

MoneyGeek Rating

4/ 5

4.5/5Affordability

3.5/5Quality & Member Experience

4/5Benefits & Availability

Median Max Annual Cost Exposure
$2,000
Median CMS Star Rating
3.0
Counties Served
13
Plans Available
21

pros
- $2,000 median MOOP limit
- Most plans have $0 premium
- All plans include vision and hearing benefits
- $0 PCP and specialist copays
cons
- 3-star median CMS quality rating
- CAHPS rating of 82 out of 100
- Median dental maximum of $500
- No OTC benefit
Aetna Medicare has 21 HMO Medicare Advantage plans across 13 California counties for 2027, with below-average out-of-pocket costs and broad supplemental benefit availability. Its $2,000 median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit is $625 below California's HMO median of $2,625, while median primary care and specialist copays are both $0.

90% of Aetna's plans have $0 monthly premiums, compared with 73% statewide. All plans include vision and hearing benefits, and 71% include dental coverage, exceeding California's statewide rate of 44%.

Aetna's lower costs come with below-average quality ratings. Its 3-star median CMS rating trails California's 3.69-star average, and its CAHPS health plan rating of 82 is also below the statewide average of 86.
- Plans offered: 21 HMOs
- Availability: 13 California counties, or 23.6% of the state
- Counties: Alameda, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Yolo
- $0 premium plans: 90% of plans
- Supplemental benefits: All plans include vision and hearing benefits; 71% of plans include dental
- Out-of-pocket costs: Median MOOP is $2,000, with plans ranging from $299 to $4,450

How to Choose the Best California Medicare Advantage Plan

Choosing the best Medicare Advantage plan in California means weighing cost, coverage and network against your specific health needs. The right plan depends on the doctors you see, the drugs you take and how much you're willing to pay out of pocket each year.

1
Compare premiums and out-of-pocket costs
A $0 premium plan isn't always the cheapest option. Look at deductibles, out-of-pocket maximums and copays to understand your true yearly cost before enrolling.
2
Check whether your doctors are in-network
HMO plans require you to use in-network providers except in emergencies. Before you enroll, confirm your primary care physician and any specialists accept the plan you're considering. PPO plans cover out-of-network care, while HMO-POS plans cover certain out-of-network services at a higher cost.
3
Review the Part D drug formulary
Most Medicare Advantage plans bundle prescription drug coverage. Check that your current medications appear on the plan's formulary at a tier that keeps your costs manageable.
4
Look for extra benefits that match your needs
Many California Medicare Advantage plans include dental, vision and hearing coverage that Original Medicare doesn't. If you use these services regularly, a plan with strong supplemental benefits can offset a higher premium.
5
Compare CMS star ratings
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rates plans on a 1 to 5 star scale based on quality and member satisfaction. Plans rated 4 stars or higher tend to deliver better care coordination, but a high-rated plan with a narrow network may still be the wrong fit.
6
Confirm coverage in your area
Medicare Advantage plans vary by county in California. A plan available in Los Angeles may not be available in Sacramento or San Diego, so always check availability using your zip code.

How Much Does Medicare Advantage Cost in California?

The median Medicare Advantage premium in California is $0 across HMO, HMO-POS and PPO plans, but out-of-pocket costs vary by plan type. HMOs have the lowest median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit at $2,625, compared with $2,900 for HMO-POS plans and $6,150 for PPOs. HMOs also have the lowest median inpatient copay at $198, compared with $300 for HMO-POS plans and $350 for PPOs. Median primary care and specialist copays are $0 for HMOs, while PPOs have the highest at $15 and $40, respectively.


HMO	$0	$2,625	$198	$0	$0
HMO-POS	$0	$2,900	$300	$0	$10
PPO	$0	$6,150	$350	$15	$40

California Medicare Advantage Resources

Use these California state and federal resources to compare Medicare Advantage plans, get free counseling and resolve coverage or enrollment issues.

Medicare Plan Finder: Compare Medicare Advantage plans available in your county by premiums, benefits, costs and CMS star ratings.
California Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP): Get free, unbiased Medicare counseling from trained counselors by phone or in person.
California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC): Get help with complaints, coverage disputes and independent medical reviews involving regulated health plans.
California Department of Insurance (CDI): Find information about Medicare insurance and get assistance with insurance complaints.
California Department of Aging: Connect with local aging services, benefits counseling and other resources for California seniors.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can enroll during the Annual Enrollment Period (Oct. 15 to Dec. 7) or when you first become eligible for Medicare. Visit Medicare.gov to compare plans, call insurers directly or work with a licensed insurance agent. Coverage starts Jan. 1 for fall enrollments or the first day of the month after you sign up during other qualifying periods.

Medicare Advantage plans cover the same hospital (Part A) and medical (Part B) services as Original Medicare, and most include prescription drug coverage (Part D). Many California plans also include dental, vision and hearing benefits, fitness memberships and over-the-counter allowances. You'll still pay your Medicare Part B premium, plus any premium charged by your Medicare Advantage plan.

Medicare Advantage replaces Original Medicare with a bundled private plan covering medical care and usually prescription drugs. Medicare Supplement (Medigap) works alongside Original Medicare to cover costs like deductibles and copays. Medicare Advantage ties you to a provider network, while Medigap lets you see any doctor who accepts Medicare with no network restriction.

HMO plans make up most Medicare Advantage options in California and generally have lower out-of-pocket costs. The median HMO out-of-pocket maximum is $2,625, compared with $6,150 for PPO plans. HMOs require you to use in-network providers and get referrals for specialist care, while PPOs offer more flexibility to use out-of-network providers at a higher cost.

That depends on the plan type and network. HMO plans restrict you to an in-network provider list, so you'll want to confirm your current doctors participate before enrolling. HMO-POS and PPO plans offer more flexibility to see out-of-network providers, though at a higher cost. Every California Medicare Advantage plan must include a provider directory you can search before you enroll.

Our Methodology

MoneyGeek evaluated California Medicare Advantage companies using five CMS data sources for the 2027 plan year, including the Medicare Plan Landscape File, Plan Benefit Package files, CMS Star Ratings, the CAHPS Report Card Master Table and the Contract/Plan Enrollment file.

How We Score Carriers

Each carrier in the state receives an overall MoneyGeek score out of five from a weighted average of three category scores:

Affordability (40%): Maximum annual cost exposure, calculated as annual premiums plus the maximum out-of-pocket limit, along with inpatient hospital, specialist and primary care costs.
Quality and Member Experience (40%): CMS Star Ratings make up 60% of this category and CAHPS C26 member ratings make up 40%. Both are measured at the contract level.
Benefits and Access (20%): Supplemental benefits, including dental, OTC, vision and hearing, make up 50% of this category. County coverage makes up 30% and plan choice per county makes up 20%.

About Patrick Bryant

Patrick Bryant is the Vertical Lead for Health Insurance at MoneyGeek, where he researches insurance products, writes consumer guides and maintains the scoring methodologies behind our provider comparisons. He analyzed more than 100 health insurance carriers across all 50 U.S. states and multiple policy types. His methodologies are reviewed quarterly to reflect current market conditions and carrier data.

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Best Medicare Advantage Plans in California (2027)

Best Medicare Advantage Companies in California

California Medicare Advantage Market Overview

Clever Care Health Plan

SCAN Health Plan

Imperial Health Plan

Astiva Health

Alignment Health Plan

Blue Shield of California

Humana

Kaiser Permanente

Aetna Medicare

How to Choose the Best California Medicare Advantage Plan

How Much Does Medicare Advantage Cost in California?

California Medicare Advantage Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

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Our Methodology

About Patrick Bryant